Theme in Literature

1. What is the best definition of a theme in literature?

• The main events of a story

• The central idea or message the author wants to share

• The names of the characters

• The setting of the story

Which of the following is an example of a theme?

• Kindness always comes back to you

• A boy goes on a trip.

• The story takes place in Paris

• The girl has red shoes

In Batman, what helps us figure out that “good triumphs over evil” is a theme?

• There are only heroes.

• There are only villians.

• There are heroes and villains.

• There are no heroes or villains.

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Which theme is most likely in a story about a poor man who becomes rich but loses his friends and is sad?

• Hard work always pays off

• Friendship isn’t important

• Money can’t buy happiness

• Always save money

A story where two enemies learn to work together most likely has the theme:

• Courage

• Loneliness and sadness

• Adventure and discovery

• Teamwork and cooperation

What theme would fit a story where a character tells lies and eventually loses everyone’s trust?

• Honesty is the best policy

• Hard work leads to success

• Family is everything

• Winning is everything

A fable about a slow turtle winning against a fast rabbit teaches the theme:

• The fastest always wins

• Never race against animals

• Slow and steady wins the race
  

• Turtles are smarter than rabbit

Which of these is a universal theme and used frequently in literature?

• The rules of cricket

• A boy with a magic backpack

• Friendship

• A village festival

If a story shows a hero sacrificing himself to save others, the theme is most likely:

• Laziness and carelessness

• Betrayal and greed

• Luck and chance

• Bravery and selflessness

A story where a student studies hard and finally wins a prize shows the theme:

• Cheating is the best strategy

• Hard work and perseverance pay off

• Friends are better than books

• Always avoid competition